What is the cheapest way to get from London to Torquay?

The cheapest way to get from London to Torquay is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Torquay?

The fastest way to get from London to Torquay is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £90 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between London and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Torquay. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Tesco via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between London and Torquay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Torquay. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from London to Torquay?

The distance between London and Torquay is 199 miles. The road distance is 191.4 miles.

How do I travel from London to Torquay without a car?

The best way to get from London to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £90 - £180.

How long does it take to get from London to Torquay?

The train from London Paddington to Torquay takes 3h 7m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the London to Torquay bus from?

London to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Torquay train from?

London to Torquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from London to Torquay?

The best way to get from London to Torquay is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the London to Torquay bus arrive?

London to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the London to Torquay train arrive?

London to Torquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Torquay station.

Can I drive from London to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Torquay is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from London to Torquay.

How do I get a train ticket from London to Torquay?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London to Torquay?

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Where can I stay near Torquay?

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London to Torquay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 12 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from London to Torquay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Torquaytrain London Paddington - Paignton
3h 7m
£90–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Stationbus 501
6h 17m
£37–87
Drive 190.3 mi
1. Drive from London to Torquaycar 190.3 mi
3h 36m
£47–68
Train, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Cary Paradebus 12
3h 13m
£90–170
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
4h 32m
£82–183

London to Torquay by train

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Distance: 198.3 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between London, England and Torquay, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Torquay 3 times a day. Tickets cost £90–180 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Rail Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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